Ironman 70.3 Worlds - Lahti

Welcome to 2023 Ironman 70.3 Championship in Lahti, Finland

Idyllically situated around a bay on Lake Vesijärvi, Lahti is a vibrant town 100km north of Helsinki. A popular travel destination, Lahti has excellent skiing facilities at Messilä Ski Resort and the famous ski jumps by the Salpausselkä Ridges. It is also home to the Lahti Museum of Visual Arts Malva, Lahti Symphony Orchestra, and hosts the Lahti Sibelius Festival. Other sites of note are the Church of the Cross and the Musical Fountain in the harbour. Lahti region also includes municipalities of Asikkala, Hartola, Heinola, Hollola, Iiti, Padasjoki and Sysmä.

Lahti is a lively city of almost 100,000 inhabitants just an hour from Helsinki. It is the capital of Päijänne Tavastia region, and was first mentioned in documents in 1445, originally being a village in the parish of Hollola, on the mediaeval trade route of Ylinen Viipurintie which linked the towns of Hämeenlinna and Vyborg.

Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone is situated in the city center. Only 800 meters from the railway and bus station. Distance to the airport Helsinki-Vantaa is 110 km.Welcome to one of the most classic hotels in Finland. The hotel combines its historical values and atmosphere with modern and stylish facilities in the very center of Lahti. We are committed to always contribute 100 percent to delicious food and an excellent service. The restaurant offering comprises four completely different restaurants. What they all have in common is ambition – high quality drinks and authentic handmade food. Our cosy breakfast room at the second floor offering both local and international delicacies is the best possible way to start the day. When visiting Lahti this is the place to stay. -Health and safety info- We follow closely health and safety recommendations by the authorities as well as our own enhanced cleaning and safety measures.